Top programming languages for custom software development companies

The most popular programming languages vary over time. What's hot now may still be in fashion ten years from now, or could be as good as dead. In this article I'll provide a brief overview of some of the hottest programming languages of the moment. If you need help with your programming jobs, you can always contact a custom software development company.

1. JavaScript
Considered almost dead not that long ago, JavaScript returned from the ashes like a phoenix and is now one of the most in-demand programming languages. Ranked number one as most-used language on GitHub, JavaScript is the driving force behind a lot of modern websites and web applications. JavaScript plays a major role in front-end development and is supported by all modern web browsers. Furthermore, it's also possible to do server-side stuff with JavaScript thanks to Node.js. JavaScript first appeared in December 1995.

2. Python
The Python programming language was developed in 1991 by Guido van Rossum. It's a popular language as it's easy to learn for beginners, and it has seen a big spike in popularity thanks its key role in the machine learning and data analysis markets. It is also used for web development, popular sites like Reddit are based on the Django framework. The Complete Python Bootcamp: Go from zero to hero in Python 3 on Udemy is one of the popular ways to get started with Python.

3. Java
Java is another programming language that was conceived in 1995. Developed by Sun Microsystems, which is now owned by Oracle, Java is a general-purpose computer programming language with a syntax similar to C++. Java is used for a wide variety of tasks, it's extremely popular for client-sever web applications and it's also one of the primary languages for Google's Android operating system.

4. C#
Pronounced C#, this programming language is a bit younger. It was introduced by Microsoft in 2000 and is a popular option for beginners thanks to the excellent Visual Studio IDE, which makes coding a lot easier thanks to the built-in IntelliSense. C# Fundamentals for Absolute Beginners from Bob Tabor is an excellent video-based introduction for newbies. Despite being mostly used to develop for Microsoft platforms, C# has broad usage thanks to the wide adoption of Windows-based platforms and can also be used for other platforms. It shares many similarities with Java, making it easy to jump to the latter once you've mastered C#.

5. C++
After 34 years C++ is still a highly sought-after skill. It's not the easiest language to learn, but it's the driving force behind many operating systems, video games, and other demanding applications. Some claim it's impossible to be a good programmer without knowing C or C++, as it teaches you many key programming concepts.